Accounts Payable Specialist

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems in Newark, Ohio, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist under the supervision of the Controller to analyze, process and verify financial information to accurately prepare checks and maintain check-related documentation.

Responsibilities include maintaining registers and reports, balancing monthly reports to the general ledger, and updating vendor data while supporting 1099 processing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
• Effective communication with all levels of staff, vendors, and guests.
• Ability to prioritize, organize work, and maintain flexibility.
• Work requires the ability to set priorities and adapt as needed.
• LMH accreditation may require annual education related to certifications.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, processes and verifies financial information to accurately prepare checks; maintains related files.
• Responsible for registers, journals, logs and reports.
• Balance monthly reports to the general ledger.
• Maintain the software systems including testing and updates.
• Assist in recruiting new vendors in the credit card rebate program.
• Balance, prepare and issue 1099s.

Skills

Effective communication

Prioritization & organization

Flexibility

Accounting knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist
Fiscal Services

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist analyzes, processes and verifies financial information to accurately prepare checks. Maintains files and documentation relating to check preparation.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, processes and verifies financial information to accurately prepare checks. Maintains files and documentation relating to check preparation.
• Responsible for registers, journals, logs and associated government and non-governmental reports.
• Balance monthly reports to the general ledger.
• Maintain the software systems including testing and implementation of updates.
• Assist in recruiting new vendors in the credit card rebate program
• Balance, prepare and issue 1099s

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting is preferred
• Effective communication with all levels of staff, vendors, and guests
• Ability to prioritize, organize work, and maintain flexibility
• Work requires the ability to set priorities, organize work and be flexible enough to make exceptions.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medicalhistory or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or othernon-meritbased factors protected by law.